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CN colonoscopy? After painful sigmoidoscopy- so much it had to be ceased half way

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Lilac_S
Lilac_S

Am really deflated today. Spent all night and morning drinking the vile drink and gagging on it only for the price deduce to be ceased immediately due to the extreme pain I was in. The day cor asked if I'd had pelvic surgery which I have had (c section and laparoscopy). He said it wasn't uncommon for it to be so painful if you'd had these surgeries. I had a rectal biopsy but the drink was a waste of time as they couldn't get further than rectum. I was nearly in tears. Doctor said alternative is CTVcolonoscopy. Has she else had this? I know you need the dreaded drinks.....but any experiences round be gratefully read. 

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  • josephine_9999
    josephine_9999 Lilac_S

    Posted

    They never told me that! But it explains why mine was so painful because ive had a laproscopy in previous years and a total hysterectomy last year so the scarring inside mustve made it as extremely painful as it was for me.
  • Lilac_S
    Lilac_S

    Posted

    Did they manage to do the procedure? I am gutted I didn't have it completed as no further on with why I have pain and iBSsymptoms. This was a rule out procedure and on to gynae next. Don't think I could do the drink thing again. The taste is still there! And excuse poor spelling above. Autocorrect! It's actually a CT colonography they suggested as the next step. 
  • steffipuss
    steffipuss Lilac_S

    Posted

    I have attempted sigmoidoscopy but it was the worst experience ever and they couldnt complete the proceddure due to me being in so much pain that the last time I jumped off the table screaming half naked down a corridor ( I have already posted about it).  I have also had CT colonoscopy.  I had it twice. I have managed it both times and didnt find it anything like the Sigmoidsocopy.  They are taking xrays of you and insert a camera in you but it didnt feel anything like sigmoidoscopy.  It doesnt take that long either.  I couldnt manage the prep you mention either the vile drink and they gave me this stuff to add to a drink which was nothing just a maker to show up on the x ray and I had soups and jelly and a  vbit of ioce cream before the proceddure and didnt have the drink. It was over qucikly and they gavve me some buscapan for the wind but you dont feel it much well I didnt.  I dont know why I have been put forward for the sigmoidscopy again after having CT colonography (colonoscopy) and it being clear.  I think the Doctor forgot but I was down to have another sigmoidscopy and couldnt face it.  I think it depends on the person doing the proceddure and how rough they are with the scope.  The CT one is not even in the same league pain wise belivee me it feels different and I didnt feel anything   
  • Lilac_S
    Lilac_S

    Posted

    Thank you for this. Made me feel so much better x

     

  • linda24795
    linda24795 Lilac_S

    Posted

    Sorry you had a painful experience.  So did I when I had a sigmoidoscopy back in February this year. It had to be stopped after a few minutes because I was in so much pain.  Nothing was said to me about a laparoscopy but I had one some years ago so maybe thats why I had all the pain.  Anyway they then arranged for a colonoscopy but I called and cancelled it due to the pain during the sigmoidoscopy.  Nothing else was offered to me so I still have the same symptoms and just carry on and thankfully they havent worsened so I must be thankful for that.

    • Lilac_S
      Lilac_S linda24795

      Posted

      Hi. I've been offered (if my GP agrees) a CT colonography which is an alternative as not as invasive. The only issue is if they see something they have to do a colonoscopy to take biopsy. I'm hardened to the fact I'll have to have the drinks again for the CT but hoping if it's clear then no need for colonoscopy. If it's not I guess I'd ask for anaesthetic. Because sedation doesn't stop pain. It's horrible having this fear hanging over isn't it? Why not ask for the CT Colonography?
    • erick96818
      erick96818 linda24795

      Posted

      Wait I'm confused ? You did go through a painful sig? Due to the fact of your previous procedures? Right now I'm due for a sig next week. And again as I said in other posts , I think I'm going to cancel app ! 😳
    • Lilac_S
      Lilac_S erick96818

      Posted

      Nope. I had an attempted sig which was so painful I couldn't carry on. My heart rate was off the scale. I know there's who sailed through it though. 
    • erick96818
      erick96818 Lilac_S

      Posted

      Basically what you're saying I will go through hell?! How many min does this exam last??
    • Lilac_S
      Lilac_S erick96818

      Posted

      I'm not psychic and thus I'm not saying anything to you. Speak to qualified medical professionals. You're embarrassing yourself. 
    • erick96818
      erick96818 Lilac_S

      Posted

      Do I detect a smart answer from you?! The fact that you're saying I'm embarrassing myself , implies of my mental condition that I'm in! This is strictly based on forum support , not making objective comments ! I'm not seeking for you to tell me the outcome of the future ! Basically your personal experiences!
    • Lilac_S
      Lilac_S erick96818

      Posted

      You say your 'not seeking for you to tell me the outcomes of the future'? Yet you said 'basically what you're saying is I will go through hell'.

      I therefore said I cannot see into your future.

      I can't understand your points. If you have issues you need to seek medical intervention not come on this site. Stop messaging me.

    • erick96818
      erick96818 Lilac_S

      Posted

      You're the one that keeps responding! I'm giving you the facts . people are made of different caliber! The fact that you said stop embarrassing yourself , you're insulting me ! So don't worry I won't message u again ! Just let this comment have an impression on you! That next time you go through this again , you will remember this comment!
    • Lilac_S
      Lilac_S erick96818

      Posted

      I really don't want to insult you. I really do know how anxious you feel. But. I commented on this a long time ago and I suddenly get a comment saying basically I'm saying you'll go through hell. You won't. If it's painful they stop. The worst thing is the drink and the side effects and if they have to stop then you will feel short changed. I hope it goes smoothly and painlessly. I mean that. 
    • erick96818
      erick96818 Lilac_S

      Posted

      Thank you .,you see this is the Suzy I was expecting compassionate.,someone who I chose to respond because of her experience. I suffer from anxiety attacks since I was a child . Although I'm on meds , it's still a challenge for me . Goodbye .
    • Lilac_S
      Lilac_S erick96818

      Posted

      Well just be clear I was not suggesting you or anyone would go through hell. If you are very anxious then maybe they'd sedate you which would help you relax but wouldn't stop the pain? 
    • erick96818
      erick96818 Lilac_S

      Posted

      I understand. Regardless pain or no pain , I have to get this out of the way . For my piece of mind .
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